NJDOE News

Contact: Richard Vespucci
For Release: October 25, 2000

The Department of Education has just published and distributed a guide
to assist local educators in identifying talented students and leaders
in arts education. The Guide to the Governors Awards in Arts Education
summarizes more than 65 awards available, the deadlines for participation,
the selection criteria and the contact persons.

The New Jersey Governors Awards in Arts Education began 21 years
ago. Co-sponsored by the Department of Education and the Alliance for
Arts Education / New Jersey, the program highlights and recognizes the
outstanding achievements of leaders in arts education and high school
students throughout New Jersey. Nearly 100 students and educators are
recognized at an annual awards ceremony.

"Each year, students and educators seek opportunities for rewards
and recognition through their achievements in the arts," said Governor
Christie Whitman. "This guide simplifies their search by combining
multiple opportunities in a single document."

More information about the programs described in the guide can be obtained
through local school principals or by visiting the Department of Educations
web-site: